Crime Rate in Orchard: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Orchard

The total recorded crimes in Orchard, Arun, UK in July 2025 are around 65 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Orchard crime rate of 3.25 per 1,000 population.

It's important to note that this crime data is based on the Geographic Boundry data provided by the ONS around Orchard, encompassing approximately 19,969 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (17) incidents (0.00% decrease)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (10) incidents (66.67% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (9) incidents (-18.18% decrease)
Orchard Crime Hotspots

The surrounding areas of below locations have emerged as crime hotspots,

  • Fletcher Way with total crimes: 12
  • Parking Area with total crimes: 6
  • Lancaster Place with total crimes: 5

How safe is Orchard?

To understand the safety of Orchard, we need to analyze Orchard crime statistics in relation to regional averages. Lets examine the available data and provide a balanced assessment.

  • Relative to Arun:

    • In 2024, Orchard demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Arun average, with 662 crimes compared to 675.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Furthermore, Orchard witnessed more crimes than 13 out of 22 other areas in the Arun.

    • In 2023, Orchard experienced a greater number of crimes than the Arun average, with 618 crimes compared to 514. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Orchard witnessed more crimes than 16 out of 22 other areas in the Arun.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Arun, Orchard has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

    • The trend in crime rates suggests Negative changes in overall safety.

Orchard Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Orchard has recorded 65 crimes with crime rate of 3.25 ranking 7th out of 22 in the Arun, UK

In 2024, the total Orchard crimes were 662. The crime rate of Orchard in 2024 was 33.15 (year) or 2.76 (month) ranking it 10 dangerous area in the Arun.

In 2023, the total crimes in Orchard were around 618 crimes with yearly crime rate of 30.95 (year) or 2.58 (month) ranking 7 most dangerous area in the Arun.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Orchard)CrimesRank (Orchard)CrimesRank (Orchard)
River193 12,183 11,713 1
Hotham87 61,233 41,105 2
Courtwick with Toddington114 41,416 2919 5
Bersted125 2986 6774 6
Marine121 31,274 3999 3
Barnham106 51,099 5952 4
Arundel & Walberton51 11876 7593 8
Yapton65 8839 8452 10
Angmering & Findon58 9716 9488 9
Felpham West53 10589 11356 12
Rustington East43 13509 12359 11
Pevensey48 12499 13332 13
Rustington West38 16363 15301 14
Brookfield41 15369 14291 15
Pagham41 14335 16237 17
East Preston26 19255 18242 16
Beach29 17318 17187 19
Aldwick West18 22209 20217 18
Middleton-on-Sea28 18193 22170 22
Felpham East20 21210 19144 23
Aldwick East25 20183 23186 20
Ferring15 23202 21179 21

Orchard Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

July 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 17 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 10 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (17 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (11 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (14 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (8 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (9 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Public order (5 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (17 incidents) and then Shoplifting showed a substantial number of incidents (9 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 16 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 5 incidents.

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 16 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 7 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (23 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (5 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (17 incidents), followed by Criminal damage and arson also remained a significant concern (9 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (20 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Shoplifting (5 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (36 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (11 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 74 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 6.73 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20259
June 202511
May 20258
April 20253
March 20257
February 20253
December 20247
November 20245
October 20247
September 20243
August 202411

A total of 22 Drugs incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.20 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20255
May 20251
April 20252
March 20252
December 20243
November 20241
October 20242
September 20242
August 20241

A total of 48 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 4.80 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20258
June 20256
May 20253
April 20255
March 20259
February 20254
December 20244
November 20243
September 20245
August 20241

A total of 41 Public order incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 3.73 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20256
June 20253
May 20256
April 20255
March 20256
February 20251
December 20243
November 20243
October 20241
September 20243
August 20244

A total of 65 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 5.91 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202510
June 20256
May 20257
April 20252
March 20256
February 20253
December 20244
November 20245
October 20249
September 20245
August 20248

A total of 202 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 18.36 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 36 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202517
June 202517
May 202514
April 20259
March 202517
February 202516
December 202416
November 202423
October 202417
September 202420
August 202436

A total of 15 Robbery incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.14 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20255
June 20251
May 20253
April 20251
December 20242
October 20242
August 20241

A total of 36 Other theft incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 3.60 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20255
May 20256
April 20252
February 20252
December 20246
November 20242
October 20244
September 20244
August 20242

A total of 25 Burglary incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.50 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20252
May 20255
April 20254
March 20256
February 20251
December 20241
November 20241
October 20243
September 20241

A total of 41 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 3.73 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20255
May 20253
April 20254
March 20255
February 20255
December 20246
November 20244
October 20245
September 20242
August 20241

A total of 6 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.20 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20251
May 20252
November 20241
October 20241

A total of 13 Other crime incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.17 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
May 20252
April 20254
March 20252
February 20252
November 20242

A total of 13 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.17 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20252
May 20252
April 20255
March 20252
December 20241
October 20241

A total of 10 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20253
March 20252
October 20241
September 20243

High Crime Locations Orchard in July 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Orchard postcode area is presented below.

1. Fletcher Way (Map)
Total12
Shoplifting5
Criminal damage and arson2
Public order2
Anti-social behaviour1
Robbery1
Violence and sexual offences1
2. Parking Area (Map)
Total6
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
Drugs1
Robbery1
3. Lancaster Place (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences3
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
4. Carousel Court (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour1
Burglary1
Other theft1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Annandale Avenue (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Supermarket (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Drugs1
Shoplifting1
7. Oak Grove (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Criminal damage and arson1
8. Collyer Avenue (Map)
Total3
Other theft1
Public order1
Robbery1
9. Dickinson Place (Map)
Total2
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Supermarket (Map)
Total2
Shoplifting2

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